Reviews & Ratings
2005 Charles Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon "La Vista Stagecoach Vineyard"
Winery: Charles Creek Vineyard
Vintage: 2005
Wine Name/Vineyard: "La Vista Stagecoach Vineyard"
Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon
Grape blend: 97% Cabernet Sauvignon & 3% Merlot
Bottle size: 750 ml
Region: Napa Valley
State or country: CA
Price: $55
Cases produced: 238
KWG Score: 92.5 (based on 2 reviews)
Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)
Review date: January 13, 2009
Wine Review: This wine from the famous Stagecoach Vineyard is almost black in color. It opens with a black currant like bouquet with hints of anise and spice. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, nicely balanced, juicy, and full flavored. The flavor profile is a spicy black currant. The finish is dry and its moderate tannins are slightly extended. This wine would pair perfectly with a pepper encrusted NY Strip steak. Enjoy – Ken
Winemaker Notes: A worthy successor to the highly praised 2004 vintage, this 2005 offering is tightly wound with good weight and structure for the cellar. Given time to aerate in the glass, a classic nose of dark fruits, spice and pipe-shop tobacco emerges. The flavors of juicy plum or dark cherry are accented by bright acidity and firm yet pliant tannins. Notes of vanilla and caramel carry through the finish.
